Therapeutic Injection Treatments
The Orthopedic Performance Institute offers several injections specifically developed to treat various conditions and offer relief from pain.
Corticosteroid Injections
This treatment reduces inflammation caused by joint pain, sports injuries, tendinitis, bursitis and spinal stenosis.
Corticosteroid injections suppress the immune system and reduce inflammation in the affected area. They provide temporary relief by blocking the release of inflammatory chemicals, reducing pain signals and improving range of motion. Their effects can last for weeks or even months.
Hyaluronic Acid Injections
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a natural substance in the joints that acts as a lubricant. For people with osteoarthritis, the amount of HA in the joints decreases, leading to pain and stiffness. These injections replenish the HA, particularly the knee, providing greater movement and reducing inflammation.
HA injections are used to treat patients who have already been treated with pain relievers (e.g., acetaminophen) and other treatments that did not work sufficiently.
Intra-articular Hip Injections
This procedure involves injecting medication directly into the hip joint to reduce pain and inflammation. It’s often used for conditions like osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis or labral tears.
An intra-articular hip injection is a procedure where a needle is used to deliver medication, typically a corticosteroid and a local anesthetic, directly into the hip joint space.
In addition to pain relief, it can aid in diagnosis of the source of the pain. It may also help to delay or possibly avoid the need for hip replacement surgery.
PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) Injections
A PRP injection is a treatment option that uses a patient’s own blood to promote healing and reduce pain. The process involves drawing blood, separating out the platelets and plasma, and then injecting the concentrated PRP into the affected area.
PRP injections are used to treat a variety of conditions, including sports injuries, tendon and ligament damage and osteoarthritis. Benefits include accelerated healing, reduced pain and improved function.
iovera Nerve Block Injections
iovera is a treatment that uses extreme cold to temporarily block sensory nerves from sending pain signals, providing relief for up to 90 days. It’s a non-surgical, drug-free option for managing pain caused by knee osteoarthritis.
iovera can also be used prior to your surgery to help relieve pain and make recovery easier. Patients who received iovera° as part of their recovery plan reported greater range of motion and less difficulty straightening and bending the knee.
Contact Us Today
Don’t let pain prevent you from living your best life. Contact the Orthopedic Performance Institute in San Antonio at (210) 545-7171 to discuss treatments that may be right for you.
